Has an outstanding array of pitches, which can baffle hitters, and boasts a great pitchers' frame. Throws strikes consistently and can also rack up strikeouts.

Flaws:

Could be guilty of surrendering a few too many long balls, especially for someone of his talent level. Can also struggle to keep runners close when on base.

Career Potential:

Elite lefty starter.

Career Honors & Awards

League

Honor

Description

NL

Silver Slugger

2014

World Series Most Valuable Player

2014

NL

National League Championship - Most Valuable Player

2014

South Atlantic League (A)

Most Valuable Pitcher

2008

South Atlantic League (A)

All-Star Team

2008

Movements & Injuries

2012

4/16/2012

Signed by the San Francisco Giants to a five-year contract extension.

2010

6/26/2010

Recalled from Fresno (AAA).

3/23/2010

Optioned to Fresno (AAA).

2009

9/08/2009

Contract purchased from Connecticut (AA).

Career Transactions

2007

6/07/2007

Drafted by the San Francisco Giants in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2007.

Player News

| 07/26/2015 9:54 AM

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Bumgarner won his 11th game of the season Saturday, allowing just one run on five hits and two walks over seven innings while striking out seven.

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| 07/19/2015 7:34 PM

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Bumgarner labored through five innings, striking out three while giving up one earned run and picking up his 10th win of the season Sunday against the Diamondbacks.

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| 07/11/2015 4:07 PM

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Bumgarner (9-5) didn't have his best stuff Friday, allowing 10 batters to reach base over 5.2 innings. However, he had his strikeout pitch working (seven punchouts) and limited the Phillies to two runs while picking up his ninth win of the year.

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| 07/05/2015 8:43 AM

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Bumgarner was hit hard Saturday, allowing six runs on eight hits and a walk over five innings, striking out four.

Bumgarner allowed two runs on five hits and two walks over 7 2/3 innings of work. He struck out eight and is now 8-4 with a 2.99 ERA.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner pitched 7 1/3 innings and allowed just two runs on five hits, struck out 14 and walked one on Tuesday versus the Padres. | 06/24/2015 12:45 PM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner pitched 7 1/3 innings and allowed just two runs on five hits, struck out 14 and walked one on Tuesday versus the Padres.

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Impact

Bumgarner didn't get the victory, though, as San Diego won, 3-2, in the 11th. Bumgarner is 7-4 with a 3.04 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 102 strikeouts in 100 2/3 innings this season.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner allowed five runs on Saturday against the Phillies, but he still had an excellent fantasy day. | 06/06/2015 7:06 PM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner allowed five runs on Saturday against the Phillies, but he still had an excellent fantasy day.

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Impact

That's because Bumgarner still threw eight innings and allowed just six hits, struck out 11 and walked none. The only runs he yielded were on home runs. Bumgarner is 7-2 with a 3.38 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 72 strikeouts in 77 1/3 innings this season.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner allowed three runs on five hits in 6 1/3 innings on Sunday against the Braves. | 05/31/2015 7:24 PM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner allowed three runs on five hits in 6 1/3 innings on Sunday against the Braves.

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Impact

Bumgarner was in line for the victory until the Braves scored four runs in the ninth to win, 7-5. Bumgarner also had six strikeouts and one walk. He is 6-2 with a 3.21 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 61 strikeouts in 69 1/3 innings this season.

Not only did Bumgarner defeat Kershaw, but he took him deep as well in the third inning. Bumgarner did not allow a run on seven hits and two walks over 6 1/3 innings. He struck out six and is now 5-2 with a 2.84 ERA.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner threw seven innings and allowed two runs on eight hits and struck out four in the victory over the Reds on Friday. | 05/15/2015 10:15 PM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner threw seven innings and allowed two runs on eight hits and struck out four in the victory over the Reds on Friday.

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Impact

Bumgarner also didn't walk a batter. After a bit of a rocky start, Bumgarner has settled into 2015. He is 4-2 with a 3.20 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 46 strikeouts in 50 2/3 innings this season.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner pitched five innings and allowed three runs on five hits in a loss to the Marlins on Saturday. | 05/10/2015 9:43 AM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner pitched five innings and allowed three runs on five hits in a loss to the Marlins on Saturday.

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Impact

Bumgarner did strike out 10, which certainly helps his fantasy performance. He also walked two. Bumgarner is 3-2 with a 3.30 ERA, 1.10 WHIP in 43 2/3 innings this season.

He went eight innings and allowed justy one run on five hits and one walk while striking out nine. He outdueled Clayton Kershaw and is now 2-1 with a 3.73 ERA.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner had a rough outing on Saturday, allowing five runs in three innings. | 04/12/2015 9:49 AM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner had a rough outing on Saturday, allowing five runs in three innings.

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Impact

Bumgarner didn't allow a walk, but he did toss up 10 hits. Bumgarner pitched very well on Opening Day, so fantasy owners should just forget about this one.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner looked in post-season form in the season opener, going seven innings and yielding just one run on six hits.. | 04/07/2015 9:32 AM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner looked in post-season form in the season opener, going seven innings and yielding just one run on six hits..

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Impact

It appears he's brought his "A" game to the start of the season and could make the jump to fantasy elite status. He went 18-10 last season with a 2.98 ERA and 1.090 WHIP. If the Giants can musted enough offense he could win 20 games for the first time.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner hardly looked like himself on Tuesday versus the Athletics.

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Impact

Who can blame him? It's not October. Bumgarner allowed four runs in 1 2/3 innings Tuesday. Bumgarner yielded five hits, three of which went for extra bases. Bumgarner is a top 10 option this fantasy season, but those owners reaching for him in the top five are counting on having the postseason version of Bumgarner. He is a good regular season starter but not fantastic until the postseason

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner will look to help give San Francisco a 3-2 series lead, heading back to Kansas City. | 10/26/2014 10:37 AM

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Giants starter Madison Bumgarner will look to help give San Francisco a 3-2 series lead, heading back to Kansas City.

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Impact

This is the guy the Giants want on the mound in this pivotal Game 5, as Bumgarner went seven strong innings in Game 1, allowing only one run on three hits, and struck out five. After winning the NLCS MVP Award, Bumgarner will look to earn those honors in the World Series as well.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Friday the team is discussing the possibility to start Madison Bumgarner in Game 4 of the World Series on short rest according to Comcast SportsNet Bay Area. | 10/24/2014 5:18 PM

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Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Friday the team is discussing the possibility to start Madison Bumgarner in Game 4 of the World Series on short rest according to Comcast SportsNet Bay Area.

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Impact

If the Giants win Game 3 then it seems unlikely Bochy will use his ace for Game 4 on short rest, but if the Giants lose, it is on the table. Bumgarner would also be available to start Game 7 on short rest if he starts Game 4. Right now, Ryan Vogelsong is slated to start Game 4.

Giants pitcher Madison Bumgarner pitched the team to a Game 1 victory on Tuesday night. | 10/22/2014 9:17 AM

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Giants pitcher Madison Bumgarner pitched the team to a Game 1 victory on Tuesday night.

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Impact

Bumgarner was fantastic over seven innings of work, allowing only one run on three hits and one walk, while striking out five. The NLCS MVP could be on his way to a World Series MVP Award.

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner will start Game 1 of the World Series on Tuesday. | 10/18/2014 7:20 PM

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Giants ace Madison Bumgarner will start Game 1 of the World Series on Tuesday.

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Impact

Surprise, surprise. Bumgarner finished the Cardinals in Game 5 of the NLCS on Thursday, so he will have regular rest. Bumgarner will face "Big Game" James Shields from Kansas City.

Just another great performance from Giants starter Madison Bumgarner, beating the Cardinals in the first game of the NLCS 3-0. | 10/12/2014 12:53 AM

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Just another great performance from Giants starter Madison Bumgarner, beating the Cardinals in the first game of the NLCS 3-0.

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Impact

It's what we have come to expect from the 25-year-old. Bumgarner threw 7 2/3 scoreless innings yielding four hits and a walk while striking out seven.

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner pitches well but makes costly error in Game 3 of NLDS.

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Impact

He was sailing along through six innings, but after allowing the first two runners to reach in the seventh, Bumgarner fielded a Wilson Ramos bunt, and inexplicably threw to third base. The throw was wide, resulting in two runs. Bumgarner's final line was seven innings, three runs (two earned) on six hits and one walk, with six strikeouts. Game 4 will be Tuesday.

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner was stellar in his Wild Card outing versus Pittsburgh and will be a tough matchup for Washington Monday night.

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Impact

Bumgarner threw a four-hit, 10-strikeout shutout in the winner-take-all Wild Card game Wednesday night. He's now 4-2 (2-0 in the World Series) with a 3.02 ERA and 1.097 WHIP in eight games (seven starts). That's a pretty good resume for anyone, much less a 25-year-old.

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner continues to go out and show he's a big game pitcher. | 10/02/2014 9:57 AM

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Giants starter Madison Bumgarner continues to go out and show he's a big game pitcher.

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Impact

Bumgarner threw a four-hit, 10-strikeout shutout in the winner-take-all Wild Card game Wednesday night. He's now 4-2 (2-0 in the World Series) with a 3.02 ERA and 1.097 WHIP in eight games (seven starts).

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner will likely not be rattled in the NL Wild Card game like Johnny Cueto was a season ago. | 10/01/2014 10:38 AM

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Giants starter Madison Bumgarner will likely not be rattled in the NL Wild Card game like Johnny Cueto was a season ago.

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Impact

Bumgarner is one of the most poised 25-year-old pitchers there is in the game and there certainly isn't one more fiery. Just about a week ago, he basically challenged headcase Yasiel Puig to a fight. San Francisco didn't have many choices as to who to start for this game, but they have the right guy on the mound.

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner has been on a tear of late, as he heads into today's start against the Diamondbacks. | 09/17/2014 9:17 AM

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Giants starter Madison Bumgarner has been on a tear of late, as he heads into today's start against the Diamondbacks.

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Impact

Bumgarner is arguably the hottest pitcher in baseball with a record of 5-0 and a 1.80 ERA, over the past 28 days. He has a ridiculous 41 strikeouts during during that span. To pump up owners even more, this guy is 11-3 with a 2.00 ERA on the road in 2014. Expect big things this afternoon, when the Giants finish off a series in Arizona

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner pitched a one-hit shutout, striking out 13 and walking none, in the 3-0 victory over the Rockies on Tuesday.

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Impact

Bumgarner was nearly perfect as he did not give up the lone hit until Justin Morneau belted a double in the eighth. That was the only Rockies baserunner all night. In Bumgarner's last five starts, the pitcher is 3-1 in 40 innings pitched with a 1.58 ERA, 49 strikeouts, just two walks and has two complete game shutouts.
Bumgarner is 13-9 with a 3.14 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP and 167 Ks in 169 innings. He's on pace for a career high in innings and strikeouts.

Giants starter Madison Bumgarner held the Phillies to one run on four hits and struck out nine with no walks in seven innings Friday, but the Giants' bullpen couldn't hold a 3-1 lead. | 08/16/2014 1:40 PM

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Giants starter Madison Bumgarner held the Phillies to one run on four hits and struck out nine with no walks in seven innings Friday, but the Giants' bullpen couldn't hold a 3-1 lead.

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Impact

Bumgarner is 13-9 with a 3.14 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP and 167 Ks in 169 innings. He's on pace for a career high in innings and strikeouts.

Bumgarner gives up one run in victory | 07/18/2014 10:37 PM

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Madison Bumgarner tossed six innings of one-run ball in a 9-1 win over the Marlins on Friday.

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Impact

The lone run scored on a solo home from Giancarlo Stanton in his final inning of work. He probably could have pitched deeper, but there was no need to push it with such a big lead. All told, Bumgarner gave up just four hits and two walks while striking out seven batters. He now owns a 3.38 ERA on the year to go along with 11 wins. He'll get the Phillies on the road next week.

Bumgarner allows four, drives in four in win | 07/13/2014 9:35 PM

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Madison Bumgarner gave up 10 hits and four runs over 6 1/3 innings in Sunday's win over the Diamondbacks.

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Impact

The Diamondbacks didn't have many issues hitting Bumgarner, but he was able to control the damage enough to earn his 10th win. That was largely due to the grand slam Bumgarner hit in the sixth inning to help his own cause. The break comes at a good time for the lefty, who's allowed 19 runs in his last four starts. Bumgarner is more talented than his recent starts would indicate, and he should improve upon his 3.47 ERA in the second half.

Bumgarner gives up 6 ER in loss to A's | 07/09/2014 1:12 AM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed six runs on 10 hits over seven innings in a loss against the A's on Tuesday.

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Impact

Bumgarner punched out three and walked a trio. Mad Bum has now given up four earned runs or more in four of his last five starts, a stretch that has seen his ERA shoot from 2.67 to 3.36. He's lost three straight games but still owns a solid 1.23 WHIP and 123/32 K/BB ratio over 120 2/3 innings this year. Bumgarner toes the rubber against the Diamondbacks in the first half finale on Sunday.

Madison Bumgarner struggles vs. Cards | 07/03/2014 7:18 PM

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Madison Bumgarner didn't have his best stuff Thursday, yielding five runs -- four earned -- over five innings in a loss to the Cardinals.

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Impact

Mad Bum surrendered six hits -- including a home run -- while walking three, needing 100 pitches to get through the five frames. His defense didn't help him, especially in the fourth inning when Adam Duvall threw away a would-be double-play ball that cost him three runs. It was Bumgarner's shortest start in his last nine efforts. The lefty will try to bounce back next week in Oakland and then at home versus the D'Backs.

Bumgarner goes eight strong to stifle D'backs | 06/23/2014 12:16 AM

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Madison Bumgarner took a shutout into the ninth inning and finished with only an unearned run allowed over eight in the Giants' 4-1 win over the Diamondbacks on Sunday.

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Impact

Bumgarner was given a chance to go for the complete-game shutout, but an error and a single prompted manager Bruce Bochy to go to closer Sergio Romo to finish the game instead. Still, it was a stellar start for the 24-year-old, as he allowed just two hits and two walks on the afternoon. Bumgarner struck out seven in the outing. He's got a terrific 9-4 mark, 2.63 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 111/25 K/BB ratio over 102 2/3 innings this year. He'll face the Reds on Friday.

Bumgarner gives up four runs in no-decision | 06/15/2014 9:45 PM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed four runs on six hits over seven innings in a no-decision against the Rockies on Sunday.

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Impact

Bumgarner struck out nine, but he also walked four in the outing. He left in line for his ninth win, but the bullpen allowed four runs to saddle him with a no-decision instead. Still, the left-hander owns a 2.85 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 104/23 K/BB ratio over 94 2/3 innings. He'll take another shot at getting that ninth win Sunday at the Diamondbacks.

Bumgarner gives up 2 ER in loss to Nationals | 06/11/2014 1:23 AM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed two runs over seven innings, striking out five, in a loss to the Nationals on Tuesday.

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Impact

This was the first time he'd given up more than one run in a start since May 20, and the first time he'd lost since April 28; he'd gone 6-0 in that span. Bumgarner hasn't issued more than one free pass since the aforementioned start on April 28. The ace left-hander falls to 8-4 with a 2.67 ERA and 1.17 WHIP. Bumgarner faces an explosive offense Sunday when the Rockies come to town.

Bumgarner dominates as Giants defeat Reds | 06/05/2014 3:33 PM

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Madison Bumgarner tossed eight innings of one-run ball as the Giants topped the Reds on Thursday.

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Impact

Bumgarner served up a first-inning home run to Todd Frazier but settled in quickly after that, yielding just three total hits on the day. He struck out five batters and did not surrender a walk. The ace left-hander is 8-3 with a 2.68 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and 90/18 K/BB ratio in 80 2/3 innings this season for the NL West-leading Giants. Bumgarner gets the Nationals at home next time out.

Bumgarner Ks 10 over seven scoreless vs. STL | 05/31/2014 12:49 AM

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Madison Bumgarner fanned 10 batters over seven scoreless frames in a 9-4 win over the Cardinals on Friday.

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Impact

Bumgarner was dominant, allowing just three hits and one walk. The 24-year-old has allowed just one run in 14 innings over his last two starts while putting up a ridiculous 20/1 K/BB ratio. Remember his early-season hiccups? Yeah, neither do we. He'll carry a 2.85 ERA into a start against the Reds next week on the road.

Bumgarner punches out 10 in win over Twins | 05/25/2014 8:20 PM

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Madison Bumgarner struck out 10 over seven innings, allowing one run, in a win over the Twins on Sunday.

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Impact

Bumgarner was in fine form, as he allowed just three hits and didn't walk a batter in his seven innings of work. After a stretch of three straight losses in late April, Bumgarner still hasn't lost in May. Overall, he's 6-3 with a 3.15 ERA and 75/17 K/BB ratio over 65 2/3 innings. He'll take on the Cardinals in St. Louis on Friday.

Madison Bumgarner gives up four runs in win | 05/14/2014 7:43 PM

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Madison Bumgarner picked up a win after allowing four runs in five innings Wednesday against the Braves.

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Impact

Bumgarner wasn't nearly at his best today, but, fortunately, neither was opposing starter Julio Teheran. It's his fifth win already, as he's easily getting the best support among Giants starters.

Madison Bumgarner goes eight strong in win | 05/10/2014 2:06 AM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed just a Yasiel Puig homer in eight innings Friday as the Giants beat the Dodgers 3-1.

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Impact

Bumgarner took issue with the homer for Puig or at least the batflip that followed; Bumgarner waited for him down the third base line and jawed at him on his way home. Fortunately, it didn't lead to any additional antics. Bumgarner shook it off and held the Dodgers scoreless the rest of the way to improve to 4-3 with a 2.83 ERA this season.

Bumgarner keeps Braves at bay in win Sunday | 05/04/2014 4:53 PM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed one unearned run over six innings, striking out nine, in a win over the Braves on Sunday.

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Impact

Bumgarner was flat-out dominant Sunday, limiting the Braves to just three hits and a walk while fanning nine. It was a nice change from his previous three starts, all losses. Sunday's outing moved him to 3-3 with a 3.18 ERA, 1.56 WHIP and 46/14 K/BB ratio on the year. He'll square off with the Dodgers in Los Angeles on Friday.

Bumgarner surprisingly struggles against Pads | 04/29/2014 1:50 AM

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Madison Bumgarner coughed up five runs -- four earned -- over five innings in Monday's 6-4 loss to the Padres.

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Impact

The southpaw, squaring off against the majors' worst offense, picked an odd time to have an off night, which will no doubt aggravate owners previously thrilled to have a two-start week. Bumgarner just didn't have it, walking four Padres and inexplicably coughing up a three-run homer to third-string catcher Rene Rivera. He's striking out more than a batter an inning, but Bumgarner also hasn't given up less than six hits in a 2014 start. Bumgarner, who falls to 2-3 with a 3.74 ERA and 1.72 WHIP, takes the show on the road this weekend with a date in Atlanta.

Madison Bumgarner can't get through five | 04/17/2014 7:53 PM

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Madison Bumgarner lasted just 4 1/3 innings Thursday, yielding two runs on six hits and three walks in a loss to the Dodgers.

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Impact

The left-hander struck out six and was able to limit the damage for the most part, but he needed a whopping 99 pitches to record 13 outs. Bumgarner hasn't been too great the last two times out but still boasts a 3.48 ERA and 26/8 K/BB ratio over 20 2/3 innings. He'll try to get back on track next week in Colorado.

Madison Bumgarner knocks in five in win | 04/12/2014 1:56 AM

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Madison Bumgarner gave up four runs in six innings on Friday, only to pick up a win by hitting a grand slam and driving in five runs against the Rockies.

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Impact

Bumgarner had a sac fly in the third and then hit the slam an inning later off Jorge De La Rosa. It was his second career homer, and it made him the first pitcher in five years to drive in five runs in a game. The last was Chris Carpenter, who had six RBI in a game in 2009. Before him, Jason Marquis did it in 2008 and Micah Owings did it with two homers and six RBI in a game in 2007.

Bumgarner lasts just four innings in opener | 04/01/2014 9:28 AM

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Madison Bumgarner gave up four unearned runs over just four innings Monday in his season debut against the Diamondbacks.

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Impact

Bumgarner threw 78 pitches over his first four innings and was pulled for a pinch-hitter with runners on second and third in the top of the fifth. He struck out three and walked a pair before exiting. Things should only get better from here.

Bumgarner twirls five shutout innings in win | 03/14/2014 7:16 PM

News

Madison Bumgarner had a stellar performance in Friday's Cactus League Victory over the Rockies, scattering two hits over five scoreless innings of work.

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Impact

The 24-year-old southpaw punched out four while walking one in the impressive outing. He's now tossed 10 scoreless frames to begin the spring season, posting a 7/1 K/BB ratio in the process. While he isn't as flashy as most of the perceived upper-echelon hurlers, Bumgarner can safely be selected as an ace in fantasy drafts.

Bumgarner blanks the Rockies over three | 03/04/2014 4:56 PM

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Madison Bumgarner tossed three scoreless innings against the Rockies on Tuesday.

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Impact

The Giants' Opening Day starter added another fine outing to his 2014 spring log, allowing just two hits while striking out one. The lefty has yet to allow a run in five innings in the Cactus League thus far.

Bumgarner fires two scoreless against Brewers | 02/28/2014 10:10 PM

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Madison Bumgarner looked strong in his Cactus League debut against the Brewers on Friday, firing two scoreless innings while allowing only one hit.

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Impact

Bumgarner struck out a pair without walking a batter in the game. The 24-year-old hurler has shown significant improvement during each of his four seasons, and looks poised to join the game's elite starting pitchers in 2014.

Bumgarner to start Opening Day for Giants | 02/25/2014 3:03 PM

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Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Tuesday that Madison Bumgarner will start Opening Day against the Diamondbacks on March 31.

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Impact

Bochy said he opted for Bumgarner over Matt Cain because he wanted to reward him for his outstanding 2013 campaign. This will be the first Opening Day assignment of his career.

Giants shutting down Madison Bumgarner | 09/24/2013 8:38 PM

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Madison Bumgarner will be shut down for the rest of the season.

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Impact

Bumgarner's 201 1/3 innings are actually a touch below what he threw both in 2011 and 2012, but the out-of-contention Giants have decided that that's enough. It ends the lefty's best season as a pro, as he finishes with a 2.77 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 199 strikeouts. Barry Zito will start in his place Wednesday.

Bumgarner fans 10 in Giants' defeat of Mets | 09/19/2013 3:54 PM

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Madison Bumgarner threw seven innings of one-run ball in the Giants' 2-1 win over the Mets on Thursday.

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Impact

It was a dominant effort from Bumgarner, who yielded just four hits -- three of which were singles -- and struck out 10. The 24-year-old left-hander boasts a 13-9 record, 2.77 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 199/62 K/BB ratio in 201 1/3 innings this season. He should top the 200-strikeout plateu for the first time in his career next week against the rival Dodgers.

Bumgarner works six innings in win vs. LAD | 09/14/2013 1:39 AM

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Madison Bumgarner coughed up two runs on five hits over six frames in a victory against the Dodgers on Friday.

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Impact

Bumgarner made only one mistake, a Juan Uribe two-run bomb in the sixth inning that staked the Dodgers to a 2-0 lead. Fortunately for Bumgarner, the Giants scored three runs in the top of the seventh, just before he was scheduled to exit the game. The left-hander, who improved to 12-9 with a 2.83 ERA, hasn't surrendered more than three earned runs in a start since June 1. He has a date with the Mets next week.

Bumgarner outstanding again, denied victory | 09/08/2013 8:15 PM

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Madison Bumgarner delivered another outstanding performance against the Diamondbacks on Sunday, allowing just four hits and fanning nine over six shutout innings.

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Impact

Bumgarner departed with a 2-0 lead, but the Giants' bullpen was unable to protect his lead. Despite his stellar 2.82 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 183/57 K/BB ratio over 188 1/3 innings of work, he sits at just 11-9 on the season in large part to poor run support. He'll try again for his 12th victory when he squares off against the Dodgers in Los Angeles on Friday.

Bumgarner posts quality start in no-decision | 09/04/2013 1:47 AM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed two runs on five hits over six frames in a no-decision against the Padres on Tuesday.

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Impact

He struck out six and walked two. Bumgarner has strung together an amazing 16 straight starts without allowing more than three earned runs in a start. It's startling to realize that the Giants are 1-8 in his last nine starts; Bumgarner allowed one run or less in four of those outings.

Bumgarner gives up crucial HR in loss | 08/24/2013 12:53 AM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed three runs on seven hits over eight innings in a loss Friday against the Pirates.

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Impact

He struck out five and walked four. Bumgarner allowed a homer -- Clint Barmes' three-run jack in the seventh that ruined his night -- for the second straight start after he'd strung together six straight homer-less outings. The right-hander drops to 11-8 with a 2.84 ERA and 1.04 WHIP.

Bumgarner allows 4 runs in ND vs. Fish | 08/18/2013 5:20 PM

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Madison Bumgarner coughed up four runs on five hits over five innings Sunday against the Marlins.

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Impact

He struck out three while permitting four walks in the no-decision. Bumgarner is 0-1 over his last three starts despite facing mediocre competition in the form of the Brewers, Nationals and Fish, respectively. He's posted a decent 3.52 ERA in four starts this month, however, so we aren't concerned about him. Bumgarner remains 11-7 with a 2.87 ERA and 1.02 WHIP.

Bumgarner lifted after rain delay | 08/14/2013 12:02 AM

News

Madison Bumgarner allowed just one run over four frames but was removed after a rain delay in Tuesday's loss to the Nationals.

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Impact

He struck out four while permitting five hits and a walk. It ends a streak that saw Bumgarner go at least seven innings in 10 straight starts, though obviously it's not his fault that run came to an end. He'll take a sparkling 2.73 ERA and 0.99 WHIP into Miami this weekend.

Bumgarner allows 4 runs in loss to Brewers | 08/08/2013 1:08 AM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed four runs on five hits over seven innings Wednesday against the Brewers.

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He struck out four and walked three. Despite the shaky outing, the southpaw has allowed two earned runs or fewer in nine of his last 10 starts and has gone at least seven innings in all of them. Bumgarner drops to 12-6, while his ERA rises to 2.81.

Bumgarner strikes out 11 in win over Rays | 08/02/2013 11:02 PM

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Madison Bumgarner notched his 11th victory Friday by tossing seven innings of one-run ball in a 4-1 win over the Rays.

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Bumgarner matched a season-high with 11 strikeouts in the victory. The southpaw scattered seven hits while issuing three walks. He has now allowed two earned runs or fewer in nine straight starts and has gone at least seven innings in all of them. He'll bring a 2.69 ERA into a start against the Brewers next week at home.

Madison Bumgarner goes eight scoreless | 07/28/2013 12:15 AM

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Madison Bumgarner blanked the Cubs for eight innings in a no-decision on Saturday.

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The game was scoreless until the ninth, so Bumgarner went winless in another stellar outing. It's the fifth time this season he's allowed one or no runs and come away with a loss or a no-decision. He's 10-6 with a 2.76 ERA.

Bumgarner suffers loss despite quality start | 07/21/2013 7:23 PM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed one run on five hits and had six strikeouts over seven innings in Sunday's loss to the Diamondbacks.

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Bumgarner didn't get any run support and was charged with the loss despite posting a quality start. He continues to be the only reliable starter in the Giants' rotation this season. Bumgarner will take a 2.93 ERA and 0.96 WHIP into his next start Saturday against the Cubs.

Bumgarner goes seven innings for 10th win | 07/12/2013 1:47 AM

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Madison Bumgarner surrendered two runs over seven innings in a 4-2 win over the Padres on Thursday.

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Bumgarner held the Padres to four hits and one walk (intentional) while fanning six batters. He retired 20 out of the final 21 batters he faced and has now gone at least seven innings in each of his last six starts. While Matt Cain has disappointed during the first half, Bumgarner has been at the top of his game. The southpaw will go into the All-Star break with a 3.02 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 122/34 K/BB ratio over 125 innings.

Bumgarner goes seven strong in win over LAD | 07/06/2013 10:31 PM

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Madison Bumgarner held the Dodgers to two runs in seven innings Saturday in the Giants' 4-2 victory.

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It felt like an important win for the Giants, who can't afford to waste any Bumgarner starts at this point. The left-hander scattered three hits (one of which was a two-run homer) and racked up nine strikeouts without issuing a walk. He's 9-5 with a brilliant 3.05 ERA and 0.97 WHIP, and should keep rolling next week in San Diego.

Bumgarner shuts down Rockies for eighth win | 06/30/2013 8:35 PM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed just one run on four hits over seven innings in Sunday's win over the Rockies.

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He had five strikeouts, three walks, and gave up a solo home run to Carlos Gonzalez. It was his fourth straight quality start. Bumgarner has went at least seven innings in five of his last eight outings. He'll get the Dodgers on Friday in his next start.

Bumgarner sees win streak snapped at three | 06/25/2013 2:14 AM

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Madison Bumgarner took the loss to the Dodgers Monday after giving up three runs -- two earned -- on five hits over seven innings.

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He struck out five, walked one and gave up a solo homer to Yasiel Puig. The loss snapped his streak of three consecutive victories. Bumgarner, the must-start ace of San Francisco's staff, falls to 7-5 with a 3.20 ERA.

Madison Bumgarner defeats Padres | 06/19/2013 7:11 PM

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Madison Bumgarner held the Padres to two runs and three hits over seven innings to earn his seventh victory Wednesday.

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Will Venable and Jesus Guzman homered off Bumgarner, but none of the four walks (one intentional) did any damage. It's the first time this season that Bumgarner has allowed multiple homers in a game. He's won three straight starts after a May swoon, and he has his ERA back down to 3.25. Next up for him is an outing against the Dodgers.

Bumgarner whiffs 10 in win over Braves | 06/14/2013 11:45 PM

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Madison Bumgarner gave up just two singles over seven scoreless innings Friday in a 6-0 win over the Braves.

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Bumgarner stuck out 10 and walked just one batter in the victory. He didn't give up his first hit until a single by Chris Johnson in the bottom of the sixth inning. The southpaw had allowed 12 runs in 17 2/3 innings over his last three starts, so this was a resounding step in the right direction. He'll look to keep it going against the Padres next week at home.

Madison Bumgarner gives up five runs in loss | 06/01/2013 10:17 PM

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Madison Bumgarner took the loss to the Cardinals in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader after giving up five runs in six innings.

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With the rest of the rotation in disarray, it has to be very discouraging for the Giants that Matt Cain and Bumgarner combined to give up 12 runs today. Bumgarner is 0-3 in his last four starts, with his ERA climbing rom 2.18 to 3.46 in that span. We don't expect his struggles to last, so it's best to keep him active in all formats.

Madison Bumgarner wild in loss to A's | 05/27/2013 7:25 PM

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Madison Bumgarner was charged with four runs on four hits and five walks over 6 2/3 innings in Monday's loss to the Athletics.

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The free passes were obviously the big issue for the left-hander, as he gave up just one extra-base hit and struck out six. His last walk of the game led to his exit, and George Kontos allowed both of Bumgarner's runners to score on a Yoenis Cespedes double. Bumgarner has had a few hiccups of late but still boasts a 3.12 ERA and 1.04 WHIP this season. He'll try to bounce back this weekend in St. Louis.

Madison Bumgarner knocked around in loss | 05/18/2013 12:35 AM

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Madison Bumgarner was knocked around for nine runs (seven earned) over 4 2/3 innings in a loss to the Rockies.

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Bumgarner blew leads of 4-0 and 5-4, including a grand slam by Jordan Pacheco in a five-run fifth inning. The seven earned runs allowed were a season-high and fell one short of his career-high. The southpaw struck out four and walked a pair in the loss. Bumgarner has been money in seven out of his nine starts this season, so we're expecting better results next time out against the Nationals at home.

Bumgarner strikes out 11, Giants rout Braves | 05/11/2013 7:18 PM

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Madison Bumgarner limited the Braves to one run over seven innings Saturday in a 10-1 victory.

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It was a dominant bounceback effort from the 23-year-old left-hander, who allowed five runs to the Phillies in his previous start. Bumgarner struck 11 batters on Saturday and yielded only four Atlanta hits. He now boasts a 4-1 record, 2.18 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 54/13 K/BB ratio through 53 2/3 innings of work this season and should keep rolling next week against the Rockies.

Bumgarner labors through six innings | 05/07/2013 1:15 AM

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Madison Bumgarner suffered through his worst start of the season Monday, yielding five runs over six innings in a loss to the Phillies.

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He struck out seven but gave up eight hits and walked a pair. Bumgarner certainly wasn't sharp, but he had issues with Alfonso Marquez's strike zone multiple times throughout the night. The left-hander had allowed just seven runs over his first six starts this season. He'll take a still-terrific 2.31 ERA and 0.94 WHIP into this weekend's start against the Braves.

The Giants never scored while Bumgarner was in the game, so he remained stuck at 3-0 for the third straight start. He hasn't allowed more than two runs in any of his six outings this season.

Madison Bumgarner fantastic in no-decision | 04/24/2013 7:42 PM

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Madison Bumgarner suffered a poor luck no-decision Wednesday, holding the Diamondbacks to one run while striking out seven over 7 1/3 frames.

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He gave up just five hits and walked one. The lone tally against him was registered when A.J. Pollock singled a run home in the eighth, chasing Bumgarner from the game. The left-hander still hasn't lost this season, but he's picked up two straight no-decisions despite allowing just three runs while striking out 17 over 13 1/3 frames. He'll take on the D'Backs again next week, this time in Arizona.

Bumgarner fans 10 batters in no-decision | 04/20/2013 2:04 AM

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Madison Bumgarner struck out 10 batters while allowing two runs in six innings Friday in a no-decision against the Padres.

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It was the ninth double-digit strikeout game of his career. Bumgarner limited the Padres just four hits and didn't walk a batter. He had a shaky first inning, but retired 15 out of the next 16 batters he faced until he gave up a game-tying solo homer to Chase Headley with two outs in the sixth inning. The 24-year-old southpaw has allowed two runs or less in each of his first four starts and owns a quality 2.05 ERA and 27/7 K/BB ratio in 26 1/3 innings. If he can maintain his velocity for the entire season, he could finish as a top-15 starting pitcher in fantasy leagues.

Bumgarner moves to 3-0 with win over Cubs | 04/13/2013 4:27 PM

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Madison Bumgarner moved to 3-0 on the season after allowing two runs in 6 2/3 innings Saturday in a 3-2 win over the Cubs.

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It was solid effort for Bumgarner, who held the Cubs off the board until he gave up a two-run homer to Dioner Navarro with two outs in the seventh. The bullpen managed to hang on from there. Bumgarner fanned six and walked a pair in the victory and owns a 1.77 ERA through his first three starts. He could be poised to join the upper-echelon of fantasy starters this season.

Bumgarner wins despite wildness | 04/09/2013 1:14 AM

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Madison Bumgarner walked five but limited the damage to two runs over 5 2/3 innings in Monday's 4-2 victory over the Rockies.

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One of the walks was intentional, but it was still a wild night for a guy that's displayed great control since arriving in the big leagues. However, he struck out five and the only extra-base hit he gave up was a solo blast to Carlos Gonzalez. Bumgarner will carry a nifty 1.32 ERA and 0.88 WHIP into Wrigley Field this weekend.

Bumgarner goes eight scoreless for win | 04/03/2013 1:33 AM

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Madison Bumgarner pitched eight scoreless innings and combined with Sergio Romo on a two-hitter in the Giants' 3-0 win over the Dodgers on Tuesday.

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Bumgarner made it look easy tonight, throwing 76 of his 101 pitches for strikes. He walked none and struck out six. Of course, it didn't hurt that the Dodgers lineup featured Jerry Hairston Jr. leading off, Luis Cruz batting fifth and Justin Sellers in the eighth spot. Giants starters have thrown 14 scoreless innings so far. We wonder how long Tim Lincecum will keep that streak going on Wednesday.

Bumgarner strong against Reds Saturday | 03/16/2013 8:06 PM

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Madison Bumgarner pitched five strong innings Saturday, allowing just one run in the Giants loss to the Reds.

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The southpaw allowed just two hits in his five innings, lowering his spring ERA to 1.84 in the process. It's hard to remember Bumgarner is still only 23. He's continued to improve in each of his three seasons with the Giants and his best days may still be ahead of him, a scary proposition for opponents.

Bumgarner throws four shutout frames | 03/11/2013 7:23 PM

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Madison Bumgarner blanked the Rangers over four innings Monday.

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Bumgarner hasn't been all that efficient this spring, so it was nice to see him locked in on Monday, as he limited the Rangers to just one hit and one walk. He struck out four. The 23-year-old southpaw is a top-20 starter in mixed fantasy leagues and could get even better if he can maintain his velocity for an entire season.

Bumgarner whiffs three over two frames | 03/05/2013 6:13 PM

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Madison Bumgarner allowed one run over two frames in Tuesday's loss to the Indians.

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The southpaw gave up three hits and a walk but recorded three punchouts. Bumgarner hasn't been terribly sharp so for this spring, sporting a 2.12 WHIP, but it's nothing to worry about. He'll be fine.

Bumgarner struggles in second spring start | 03/01/2013 9:09 PM

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Madison Bumgarner wasn't quite as sharp in his second Cactus League start, allowing one run on three hits over 1 2/3 innings.

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Bumgarner struck out two in the contest, but struggled with his command and also issued two walks. Despite a swoon over his final seven starts in 2012, Bumgarner still posted very impressive numbers across the board. At just 23-years-old, it's very possible that he takes that next step forward, becoming a truly elite fantasy option in 2013.

Bumgarner goes two scoreless in spring debut | 02/25/2013 7:46 PM

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Madison Bumgarner hurled two scoreless innings Monday against the White Sox in his Cactus League debut.

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Bumgarner yielded two hits and a walk, but he limited any real potential damage. The 23-year-old left-hander posted a fantastic 3.37 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 191/49 K/BB ratio across 208 1/3 innings last season for the World Series champs. He's already a legitimate fantasy ace.